
Mercantile Bank (MBWM) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Mercantile Bank (MBWM) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Mercantile Bank Corp has demonstrated robust credit quality metrics, with a non-performing loans (NPL) ratio of 0.21% and a substantial NPL coverage of 6.1 times, reflecting strong risk management practices. The bank's loan-to-deposit ratio is expected to improve to 102% by the fourth quarter of 2025, supported by a 14% sequential rise in end-of-period deposits, indicating healthy growth in both lending and deposit bases. Furthermore, Mercantile Bank's average loans increased by 9% on a linked quarter annualized basis, showcasing strong demand in the competitive Michigan markets.
Bears say
Mercantile Bank Corp has reported a challenging financial environment marked by a decline in net interest income and significant pressures on earnings per share (EPS) estimates, particularly following the March banking crisis. Notably, the bank experienced a 19% quarter-over-quarter decrease in classified commercial loans, indicating potential issues in loan performance and credit quality, further contributing to investor concerns. Additionally, while operating expenses slightly improved, core fee income decreased by 11% quarter-over-quarter, suggesting that revenue generation capabilities may be waning, which collectively casts a negative outlook on the stock's future performance.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Mercantile Bank and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Mercantile Bank (MBWM) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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